A safe community is one where people feel connected and able to participate. We focus on community safety by promoting health and wellbeing, increasing community connections and working with relevant agencies to prevent crime and reduce the fear of crime. This helps everyone feel safer both day and night.
We work closely with Victoria Police, Boroondara Neighbourhood Watch and other agencies to deliver community safety initiatives. These initiatives connect residents with each other and local services and provide access to relevant safety information.
Events and workshops
We run regular events and workshops on important issues such as:
- scams
- neighbourhood safety and crime prevention
- preventing family violence
- social cohesion.
We also recognise important annual campaigns such as Community Safety Month, 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence and Cultural Diversity Week.
For more information about upcoming events and educational workshops, visit our events page.
Community Safety Advisory Committee
We run the Boroondara Community Safety Advisory Committee. This committee builds partnerships between Council, police and community groups to share information, provide feedback and discuss initiatives to address community safety concerns.
For more information about Council and our community advisory committees, visit our Advisory and other committees page.
Reporting crime concerns
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call triple zero (000).
For non-urgent police assistance, or to report a crime that has already occurred, call 131 444 or go to the Victoria Police website.
Send non-urgent local queries and concerns to Victoria Police’s Boroondara email account at [email protected].
Staying informed
Victoria Police Eye watch Facebook pages connect the community to local police. To connect with your local Eyewatch page visit Eyewatch Facebook pages.
Support services and more information
| Organisation name | Services offered | Phone number | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimestoppers | Report information about an unsolved crime or suspicious activity. Note: Crime Stoppers is unable to offer emergency response services or assist victims of crime. | 1800 333 000 | Crime Stoppers Victoria website |
| Neighbourhood Watch | Neighbourhood Watch connects communities and works with Victoria Police to prevent crime and help people feel safer. Join a local Boroondara Neighbourhood Watch Group or access information about local crime issues and practical advice to reduce the risk of crime. | 03 8335 6002 | |
| Victims of Crime Helpline | Victorian Government service offering free information and support for people affected by crime. | 1800 819 817 | Victims of Crime website |
| IDCare | National identity and cyber support service offering free expert advice and support for victims of data breaches, scams, identity theft, and other cyber security concerns. | 1800 595 160 | IDCARE website |